2000 Ford Puma vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
